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Home My WebLink About2003 01-13 CCM Regular Session i MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA REGULAR SESSION JANUARY 13, 2003 CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1. INFORMAL OPEN FORUM WITH CITY COUNCIL CALL TO ORDER INFORMAL OPEN FORUM The Brooklyn Center City Council met in informal open forum at 6:45 p.m. ROLL CALL Mayor Myrna Kragness, Councilmembers Kathleen Carmody, Kay Lasman, Diane Niesen, and Bob Peppe. Also present were City Manager Michael McCauley, Interim Assistant City Manager/Director of Public Works Sharon Klumpp, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Deputy City Clerk Maria Rosenbaum. Kenneth Ewer, All Around Transportation, addressed the Council regarding taxicab insurance coverage and questioned why the insurance limits in Brooklyn Center are so high. Michelle Reinke, Airport and Town Taxi, requested that the Council consider licensing taxicabs and drivers separately. Mayor Kragness informed Mr. Ewer and Ms. Reinke that staff will research these issues and report back to them. ADJOURN INFORMAL OPEN FORUM A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Peppe to adjourn the informal open forum at 6:54 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. 2. INVOCATION Mayor Kragness offered the invocation. 3. ADMINISTER CEREMONIAL OATH OF OFFICE City Clerk Sharon Knutson administered a Ceremonial Oath of Office to Mayor Kragness, Councilmember Carmody, and Councilmember Niesen. 01/13/03 -1- 4. CALL TO ORDER REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING The Brooklyn Center City Council met in Regular Session and was called to order by Mayor Myrna Kragness at 7:03 p.m. 5. ROLL CALL Mayor Myrna Kragness, Councilmembers Kathleen Carmody, Kay Lasman, Diane Niesen, and Bob Peppe. Also present were City Manager Michael McCauley, Interim Assistant City Manager/Director of Public Works Sharon Klumpp, City Attorney Charlie LeFevere, and Deputy City Clerk Maria Rosenbaum. 6. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 7. COUNCIL REPORT Councilmember Lasman reported that she attended the Special Events Committee Meetings on December 19, 2002, and January 9, 2003; and the Legislative Breakfast on January 4, 2003. She informed the Council that the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council had created a Regional Diversity Calendar and that it is available for five dollars from the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council. Councilmember Peppe noted that the City has saved money due to the lack of snow this year. Councilmember Niesen reported that she attended the Legislative Breakfast on January 4, 2003. Mayor Kragness reminded the Council and citizens that there would be D.A.R.E. Graduations on January 28, 2003, at Evergreen Park Elementary School, January 30, 2003, at Northport Elementary School, and February 4, 2003, at Brooklyn Center High for Earle Brown Elementary School. Mayor Kragness reported that she attended the Legislative Breakfast on Jan 4 2003 and an Y g p g �' > Association of Rental Management (ARM) meeting. She discussed that Detective Steve Karris presented information relating to gangs and wanted citizens of Brooklyn Center to know that there is gang activity in Brooklyn Center and that people are encouraged to call the Police Department if they suspect anything. Mayor Kragness informed the Council that she had received three letters she would like to share. One letter was from CEAP thanking the City for donations during the Holidays and to inform that they continue to accept clothing donations after the Holidays and have reopened the Clothing Closet. The second letter was from the Minnesota Safe and Sober Traffic Advisory Commission letting her know that Brooklyn Center Police Chief Scott Bechthold had nominated Scott Nadeau and Scott Nadeau had nominated Darrell Kortan to receive the 2002 Officer of the Year Award. 01/13/03 -2- Neither of the nominees received the award but the Commission wanted the City to know it was a tough decision and that they felt all officers deserved an award. The third letter was from the Secretary of the Air Force requesting the City to honor persons in Brooklyn Center serving in the Reserves. Mayor Kragness reported that the City's Director of Fiscal and Support Services Doug Sell is in the Air Force and that the Council is appreciative of his service. 8. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND CONSENT AGENDA There was a motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to approve the agenda and consent agenda with agenda item 9a, Planning Commission Item, withdrawn. Motion passed unanimously. 8a. APPROVAL OF MINUTES There was a motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to approve the minutes of December 2, 2002, Truth in Taxation Budget Hearing, and the December 9, 2002, study and regular sessions. Councilmembers Carmody and Niesen abstained. Motion passed. 8b. LICENSES A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to approve the following list of licenses. Motion passed unanimously. BOWLING ALLEY Earle Brown Bowl Lanes 6440 James Circle GASOLINE SERVICE STATION Brookdale Citgo 5710 Xerxes Avenue North Brooklyn Center Conoco 1505 69`" Avenue North Brooklyn Center Municipal Garage 6844 Shingle Creek Parkway Brooklyn Amoco 6044 Brooklyn Boulevard Christy's Auto Service 5300 Dupont Avenue North Holiday Stationstore, Inc. 420 66 Avenue North Humboldt Texaco 6840 Humboldt Avenue North Iten Chevrolet Company 6701 Brooklyn Boulevard Metropolitan Transit 6845 Shingle Creek Parkway Osseo Brooklyn Bus Company 4435 68 Avenue North Perfect Car Wash #504 6849 Brooklyn Boulevard Speedway SuperAmerica 1901 57 Avenue North Speedway SuperAmerica 6545 West River Road Winner Gas 6501 Humboldt Avenue North 01/13/03 -3- MECHANICAL Practical Systems 4342B Shady Oak Road, Hopkins United Heating A/C Inc. 1295 Hackamore Road, Medina PUBLIC DANCE Earle Brown Bowl Lanes 6440 James Circle RENTAL Renewal: 131272 nd Avenue North Curtis Cady 1543 Humboldt Place North Kwi Ha Wong 7111 Riverdale Road Allan & Vicki Olson Initial: 3824 Burquest Lane Bradley Fritz 5101 Eleanor Lane North Michael Potaczek 5417 Fremont Avenue North Walter Cooper 5830 James Avenue North Vincent Okonkwo TAXICAB Holly Beck - Town Taxi 4401 Irving Avenue North, Minneapolis D'Arcy McFlyea - Town Taxi 1016 19 Avenue SE, Minneapolis James Ogilvie - Town Taxi 14605 34 Avenue, Plymouth Anthony Nehotte - Airport Taxi 5290 Spring Lane, Minnetonka Abdullah Lalli - Airport Taxi 5817 Shepard Circle, Champlin Timothy Crandall - Pioneer Taxi 6114 Dupont Avenue North Todd Erickson - Pioneer Taxi 19011 Pascal Street Thomas Petersson - Pioneer Taxi 4285 Ximines Lane, Plymouth Jason Meyer - Pioneer Taxi 8800 Humboldt Avenue North, Brooklyn Park TOBACCO RELATED PRODUCT A A Tobacco 6300 Brooklyn Boulevard American Legion Post 630 6110 Brooklyn Boulevard Brookdale Citgo 5710 Xerxes Avenue North Brooklyn Center Conoco 1505 69 Avenue North Brooklyn Center Municipal #1 5625 Xerxes Avenue North Brooklyn Amoco 6044 Brooklyn Boulevard Cub Foods 3245 County Road 10 E.B.T. General Store 6120 Earle Brown Drive Earle Brown Bowl Lanes 6440 James Circle Hilton Hotel 2200 Freeway Boulevard Holi Deli Commissary #610 1700 Freeway Boulevard Holiday Stationstore #292 420 66 Avenue North Humboldt Texaco 6840 Humboldt Avenue North 01/13/03 -4- i TOBACCO RELATED PRODUCT - CONTINUED J.A. Tobacco 5625 Xerxes Avenue North Perfect Car Wash 6849 Brooklyn Boulevard Speedway SuperAmerica 6545 West River Road Speedway SuperAmerica 190157 th Avenue North T.G.I. Friday's 2590 Freeway Boulevard Tobacco Warehouse, Inc. 6014 Shingle Creek Parkway Value Food 6804 Humboldt Avenue North Walgreen Company 6390 Brooklyn Boulevard Winner Gas 6501 Humboldt Avenue North 8c. APPROVAL OF SECONDHAND DEALER LICENSE FOR SFK, LLC DBA CD WAREHOUSE, 6072 SHINGLE CREEK PARKWAY A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to approve secondhand dealer license for SFK, LLC dba CD Warehouse, 6072 Shingle Creek Parkway. Motion passed unanimously. 8d. RESOLUTION DESIGNATING DEPOSITORIES OF CITY FUNDS RESOLUTION NO. 2003 -01 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION DESIGNATING DEPOSITORIES OF CITY FUNDS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. 8e. RESOLUTION APPROVING SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT NO. 1, ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 2000-20, CONTRACT 2000 -E, BROOKLYN BOULEVARD ENHANCEMENTS RESOLUTION NO. 2003-02 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT NO. 1, ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 2000- 20, CONTRACT 2000 -E, BROOKLYN BOULEVARD ENHANCEMENTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. 01/13/03 -5- 8E RESOLUTION APPROVING SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT NO. 2, ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2001 -01, 02, AND 03, CONTRACT 2001 -A, GARDEN CITY NORTH STREET, STORM DRAINAGE, AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS RESOLUTION NO. 2003-03 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT NO. 2, ACCEPTING WORK PERFORMED AND AUTHORIZING FINAL PAYMENT, IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 2001 -01, 02, AND 03, CONTRACT 2001 -A, GARDEN CITY NORTH STREET, STORM DRAINAGE, AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. 8g. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF A LAWFUL GAMBLING LICENSE TO THE BROOKLYN CENTER FIRE DEPARTMENT RELIEF ASSOCIATION TO OPERATE A PULL -TAB BOOTH AT THE DUOOS BROS AMERICAN LEGION POST 630 RESOLUTION NO. 2003-04 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF A LAWFUL GAMBLING LICENSE TO THE BROOKLYN CENTER FIRE DEPARTMENT RELIEF ASSOCIATION TO OPERATE A PULL - TAB BOOTH AT THE DUOOS BROS AMERICAN LEGION POST 630 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. 01/13/03 -6- i 9. PLANNING COMMISSION ITEM 9a. PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NOS. 2002 -018 AND 2002 -019 SUBMITTED BY MCDONALD'S CORPORATION. REQUEST FOR A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT (PUD) AMENDMENT TO MODIFY THE ORIGINAL PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT APPROVAL AND AGREEMENT TO BE ALLOWED TO CONSTRUCT AN OTHERWISE NON - PERMITTED CONVENIENCE FOOD RESTAURANT AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF 66 AND CAMDEN AVENUES NORTH (APPLICATION NO. 2002 -018); AND A REQUEST FOR SITE AND BUILDING PLAN APPROVAL FOR A 4,300 SQ. FT., 90 SEAT MCDONALD'S RESTAURANT AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF 66 AND CAMDEN AVENUES NORTH (APPLICATION NO. 2002-019). THE PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDED DENIAL OF THESE APPLICATIONS AT ITS DECEMBER 12, 2002, MEETING BY ADOPTING PLANNING COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2002-05. - RESOLUTION REGARDING THE RECOMMENDED DISPOSITION OF PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICATION NOS. 2002 -018 AND 2002 -019 SUBMITTED BY MCDONALD'S CORPORATION. This item was withdrawn from the agenda. 10. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEMS 10a. RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF ED NELSON FOR HIS DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE AS COUNCIL MEMBER Mayor Kragness expressed thanks to Ed Nelson for his public service on the City Council. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-05 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF ED NELSON FOR HIS DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE AS COUNCIL MEMBER The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 01/13/03 -7- 10b. RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF TIM RICKER FOR HIS DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE AS COUNCIL MEMBER Mayor Kragness expressed thanks to Tim Ricker for his public service on the City Council and presented him a certificate. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-06 Councilmember Peppe introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF TIM RICKER FOR HIS DEDICATED PUBLIC SERVICE AS COUNCIL MEMBER The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. loc. RESOLUTION EXPRESSING APPRECIATION FOR THE GIFT OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER LIONS CLUB IN SUPPORT OF THE HOLLY SUNDAY ACTIVITIES Mayor Kragness read the resolution expressing appreciation for the gift of $2,000 from the Brooklyn Center Lions Club in support of the Holly Sunday activities. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-07 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING APPRECIATION FOR THE GIFT OF THE BROOKLYN CENTER LIONS CLUB IN SUPPORT OF THE HOLLY SUNDAY ACTIVITIES The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 10d. SELECT PRESIDING OFFICERS - MAYOR PRO TEM AND ACTING MAYOR PRO TEM Mayor Kragness requested ratification of Kay Lasman as Mayor Pro Tem and Bob Peppe as Acting Mayor Pro Tem. A motion by Councilmember Carmody, seconded by Councilmember Lasman to ratify Kay Lasman as Mayor Pro Tem and Bob Peppe as Acting Mayor Pro Tem. Motion passed unanimously. 01/13/03 -8- i 10e. RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF MEMBERS WHO HAVE SERVED ON CITY ADVISORY COMMISSIONS Mayor Kragness read the following names for those who were to be recognized for serving on City Advisory Commissions: Nicole Bauernschmidt, NWHHSC Advisory Commission 11/26/01-12/31/02 Kathleen Carmody, Housing Commission 5/10/99 -12/31/02 Dennis Snook, Housing Commission 1/24/00 - 12/31/02 Michael VonDeLinde, Housing Commission 3/9/98 - 8/30/02 - - RESOLUTION NO. 2003-08 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION EXPRESSING RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION OF MEMBERS WHO HAVE SERVED ON CITY ADVISORY COMMISSIONS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Councilmember Carmody abstained from the vote. Motion passed. lOf. MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS TO SERVE AS LIAISONS TO CITY ADVISORY COMMISSIONS AND AS CITY REPRESENTATIVES FOR OTHER ORGANIZATIONS FOR 2003 Mayor Kragness requested ratification of the following to serve as Liaisons to City Advisory Commissions and as City Representatives for 2003: Financial Commission Bob Peppe Housing Commission Kathleen Carmody Regional Human Rights Coalition Kay Lasman Park and Recreation Commission Diane Niesen Crime Prevention Program Kay Lasman NW Suburbs Cable Communications Commission Bob Peppe League of Minnesota Cities Kathleen Carmody North Metro Mayor Association Myrna Kragness Association of Metropolitan Municipalities Diane Niesen Brooklyn Center Special Events Committee Kay Lasman Brooklyn Center Special Events Committee (Earle Brown Days Committee) Kathleen Carmody Councilmember Niesen asked if these positions rotate and for an explanation of the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities, Mayor Kragness stated that yes, the positions do rotate, and that the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities is a commission that gets together to discuss and bring forward Legislative issues. 01/13/03 -9- A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to ratify the above listed nominations. Motion passed unanimously. log. MAYORAL APPOINTMENTS TO CITY ADVISORY COMMISSIONS Mayor Kragness requested ratification of her nominations to the following City Advisory Commissions: Financial Commission Timothy Elftmann 5301 Howe Lane Donn Escher 3107 65th Avenue North Gavin Wilkinson 7221 Willow Lane North Housing Commission Mary Barrus 5441 Camden Avenue North Judy Thorbus 6265 Brooklyn Drive Park and Recreation Commission Bud Sorenson 6901 Toledo Avenue North Richard Theis 3006 Thurber Road Planning Commission Graydon Boeck 5601 Indiana Avenue North Sean Rahn 5740 Irving Avenue North Dianne Reem 6225 Chowen Avenue North Tim Willson 7007 Dallas Road Northwest Suburbs Cable Communications Commission Rex Newman 3107 61 st Avenue North Councilmember Niesen questioned what the attendance requirements are for a commission member; and how the vacancies are advertised. Mayor Kragness informed that if a commissioner is unexcused three times they would be replaced; and that the vacancies are placed on the City's website, in the City's Newsletter, and in the local newspaper. Mayor Kragness discussed that the City Council holds a Commission Recognition Event in April to acknowledge and express thanks to the commission members. In the past the event has not been well attended. She encouraged all commission members to attend the event to be acknowledged and thanked for all the service they provide while serving on a commission. I A motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to ratify the above listed nominations. Motion passed unanimously. 01/13/03 -10- 10h. RESOLUTION DECLARING COMMITMENT TO THE BROOKLYN CENTER CITY CHARTER, PLEDGING FAIR TREATMENT OF EMPLOYEES, DECLARING AGAINST CONFLICTS OF INTEREST AND MISUSE OF POSITIONS Councilmember Niesen wanted it noted that she would like to discuss this item with the Charter Commission and that she is not comfortable with things being approved just because they have been done so in the past. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-09 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION DECLARING COMMITMENT TO THE BROOKLYN CENTER CITY CHARTER, PLEDGING FAIR TREATMENT OF EMPLOYEES, DECLARING AGAINST CONFLICTS OF INTEREST AND MISUSE OF POSITIONS The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. 10i. RESOLUTION DESIGNATING OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER Councilmember Niesen questioned if the City had an alterative newspaper. Mayor Kragness discussed that a few years back the City did have an alternative; and City Manager Michael McCauley informed that the City could use the Star and Tribune; however, the Star and Tribune is more expensive. Councilmember Niesen discussed that she has an issue with the current official newspaper not being delivered to all areas in City of Brooklyn Center; and that she believes that everyone should receive the local newspaper. Mayor Kragness informed that there are residents who wish not to receive the local newspaper. Councilmember Niesen questioned if an article could be printed in the City's Newsletter to inform residents that they can contact the local newspaper and request delivery service. Mr. McCauley will have staff check into this issue; and that an article could be put in the City's Newsletter once staff has researched the options for delivery service. RESOLUTION NO. 2003 -10 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION DESIGNATING OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER 01/13/03 -11- The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. 10j. RESOLUTION APPOINTING MICHAEL J. MCCAULEY AS DIRECTOR AND JIM GLASOE AS ALTERNATE DIRECTOR TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF HENNEPIN RECYCLING GROUP Councilmember Niesen questioned if this was a paid position and why the City Manager would need to be appointed to this group. Mr. McCauley informed that this is not a paid position and that Jim Glasoe attends most of the meetings. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-11 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPOINTING MICHAEL J. MCCAULEY AS DIRECTOR AND JIM GLASOE AS ALTERNATE DIRECTOR TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF HENNEPIN RECYCLING GROUP The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. 10k. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING MEMORANDA OF UNDERSTANDING WITH LABOR UNIONS FOR CAFETERIA CONTRIBUTION AND AMENDING EMPLOYEE PAY PLAN FOR 2003 Mr. McCauley discussed that this resolution would authorize the City Manager to enter into Memoranda of Understanding regarding the City's contribution to the City's Cafeteria Plan for employees represented by Collective Bargaining Agreements on an interim basis pending final agreement of all terms and conditions governing the employment contracts for employees represented by labor unions in the year 2003 at the level of $515 per month per employee; and amends the 2003 Pay Plan to provide that non - organized fulltime employees receive a contribution of $515 per month effective January 1, 2003. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-12 Councilmember Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING MEMORANDA OF UNDERSTANDING WITH LABOR UNIONS FOR CAFETERIA CONTRIBUTION AND AMENDING EMPLOYEE PAY PLAN FOR 2003 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Peppe. Motion passed unanimously. 01/13/03 -12- 101. RESOLUTION DIRECTING REVIEW OF HOUSING POLICIES AND ENFORCEMENT OF AGREEMENT Mr. McCauley discussed that the Council requested that a resolution be prepared directing the City Attorney to review the City's housing revenue bonds and tax credits and to have a report provided on suggestions and recommendations on how to improve the City's policy or future agreements to ensure that developers are held to comply with the requirements of bond or tax credit documents. Councilmember Peppe requested that the City Council discuss this issue at the March 3, 2003, City Council Retreat. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-13 Councilmember Peppe introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION DIRECTING REVIEW OF HOUSING POLICIES AND ENFORCEMENT OF AGREEMENT The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Lasman. Motion passed unanimously. 10M. RESOLUTION APPROVING THE CONTRACT FOR LOCAL 49 (PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE) AND THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2003 Mr. McCauley discussed that this resolution would approve a contract with Local 49 (Public Works Maintenance) for the calendar year 2003; and that the authorized wage and benefit adjustments are not to exceed the maximum contained in the contract according to the schedule that commences January 1, 2003. RESOLUTION NO. 2003-14 Councilmember Peppe introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION APPROVING THE CONTRACT FOR LOCAL 49 (PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE) AND THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 2003 The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Carmody. Motion passed unanimously. 01/13/03 -13- 11. ADJOURNMENT Mr. McCauley noted that the City Council would be meeting for a Work Session following the adjournment of the Economic Development Authority (EDA) meeting. There was a motion by Councilmember Lasman, seconded by Councilmember Carmody to adj ourn the City Council meeting at 7:41 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. jv WT -�--�'� City Clerk Mayor 01/13/03 -14-